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If you're planning on culinary school, but worried about the cost, the folks at The French Culinary Institute hear you. In response to the financial crisis, The French Culinary Institute in New York, has announced a $5,000 reduction in the tuition for its Classic Culinary Arts evening program that begins December 16, 2008. The special tuition for the nine-month evening program is $29,850.

From the PR:

“Cooking professionally is a dream that many people secretly possess,” said Dorothy Hamilton, Founder and CEO of The French Culinary Institute. “We hope the special tuition reduction will give people that extra motivation to pursue their passion, especially as people re-evaluate their career choices during these uncertain economic times.”

The $5,000 reduction in the standard tuition is limited to the Classic Culinary Arts evening program that begins December 16, 2008 and ends September 26, 2009. The French Culinary Institute also awards scholarships to students based on need, experience and goals.

For further information about the program or scholarships, or to enroll, please visit www.frenchculinary.com or 888-324-CHEF.